NPI Manufacturing Engineer III; E3

Applied Materials is the global leader in materials science and engineering solutions that are at the foundation of virtually every new semiconductor chip and advanced display in the world. The equipment that we create and service is essential to advancing AI and accelerating the commercialization of next-generation semiconductor chips. Join us and push the boundaries of materials science and engineering in a company at the foundation of the electronics industry.

The work we do together advances the world’s technology.

Salary: $96,000.00 - $

Location:

Benicia,CA You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company.

Applied Materials is seeking a hands-on New Product Manufacturing Engineer (NPME) to build and integrate its X-ray inspection and metrology systems and to support product safety certification. The successful candidate will personally build first-article systems and turn them into repeatable production processes. This role requires strong mechanical and electrical build skills, Solid Works proficiency, and the urgency to resolve issues quickly in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate is self-directed, able to own projects with minimal supervision, and comfortable working in a cleanroom.

Builds first-article and pilot systems hands-on in a cleanroom environment, including mechanical assembly, electrical wiring, system integration, and bring-up. Independently drives projects from planning through production release. Works with key stakeholders to develop and implement new product manufacturing, test, and sourcing strategies. Leads the managed build process for programs/projects. Develops and validates Operation Method Sheets (OMS) for medium-complexity modules, working with the documentation team.

Corrects and updates Solid Works models, assemblies, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs) as issues are found during build. This keeps design data aligned with the as-built configuration. Participates in design reviews, giving Design for Assembly (DFA) and manufacturability feedback to the new product development team to drive cost, quality, and cycle time goals. Executes change control processes, including:
Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) Non-Standard Requests (NSRs) Change Control Board (CCB) reviews Supplier Problem Sheets (SPSs) Engineering Specification Waivers (ESWs) Documents product issues and improvement opportunities and performs Root Cause Corrective Analysis (RCCA). Leads disposition of issues that require Long Term Corrective Action (LTCA). Supports product compliance testing and certification. This includes test preparation, pre-compliance checks, gap fixes, coordination with Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTLs), and maintaining technical files through changes.

Applicable standards include:
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) / International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) 61010-1 Conformité Européenne (CE) marking under the Machinery, Low Voltage, and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directives Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI) S2, S8, and S22 Provides technical support and training to Applied and contract manufacturing resources, including piece-part suppliers, for new product introductions (NPI). May perform other duties as assigned.

Bachelor of Science (BS) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering. 4+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in capital equipment. Demonstrated experience…